Professional Documents
Culture Documents
LTI IEC-EN60439-2 Ed 3-1
LTI IEC-EN60439-2 Ed 3-1
LOVAG
TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2 Ed. 3.1
General Requirements:
Specific Requirements:
It complies with this standard in all respects, and provides additional information ensuring a suitable
degree of repeatability of the tests between the different test stations.
S. Manganaro
Chairman of LOVAG Technical Committee Edition 3.1
30 June 2006
Author: ACAE
th
Valid from: 18 October 2006
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 1 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
The test instruction consist of pages dated as shown in the following check list:
Page Date
1 to 15 2006-06-30
Remark:
Modifications from the document LTI IEC/EN 60439-2 Ed. 3.0 are yellow highlighted
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 2 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
PREAMBLE
For convenience in the use of this test instruction, the paragraphs are numbered according to the clauses
in the Standard
All references to the clauses of General Requirements : IEC 60439-1 (1999) + A1(2004) are preceded by
the letter “G” and written in bold characters.
Tests must be carried out according to the standard; the test instruction only adds a few specific details.
The series product to be tested is that with the maximum dissipated energy.
Assuming that the whole series has the same rated values, the series samples to be tested are:
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 3 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
1. GENERAL
Refer both to standard and G1
2. DEFINITIONS
Refer to standard and G2
3. CLASSIFICATION OF ASSEMBLIES
Refer to standard and G3
6. SERVICE CONDITIONS
Refer to standard and G6
Attention is drawn to the Note at the end of the first paragraph which states that:
“The temperature rise of an element or part is the difference between the temperature of
this element or part measured in accordance with Sub-clause G8.2.1.5 and the ambient
air temperature outside the ASSEMBLY.”
i.e. External Ambient
The note in TABLE 2 for Built-in components states that the temperature rise for built-in
components will be:
'In accordance with the relevant product standard requirements for the individual
components, or, in accordance with the component manufacturer's instructions, taking
into consideration the temperature in the ASSEMBLY'.
The relevant requirements for the individual component shall be the relevant international
standard for the component. Alternatively the temperature rise limits may be based on the
data given in the manufacturer instructions
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 4 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
Where the terminals of the built-in component are also the terminals for external insulated
conductors, the over-temperatures (limiting values and measured actual values)
refer to the ambient temperature outside the busbar trunking system.
Where applicable, the allowable temperature rise of built-in components and bus-bars,
conductors and insulating materials etc shall be specified by the manufacturer and
detailed in the test report.
The note 4 of the table 2 in G7.3 was replaced by the following note:
8. TEST SPECIFICATIONS
8.1 Classification of tests
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 5 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
Refer to standard
8.2 Type tests
Refer to standard
Refer to standard
The bus-bar trunking system shall be arranged as in normal use and as stated by the
manufacturer. For a bus-bar trunking system intended to be mounted with its main
longitudinal axis in the vertical plane, then it shall be tested in this configuration.
If the bus-bar trunking system can be used in either horizontal or vertical orientations, it
is permissible to test both using suitable connections, (to determine rating factor k2).
In any event, the attitude e.g. horizontal or vertical of the test shall form part of the
description in the test report.
The positions at which measurements are made and the method of temperature
measurement shall be detailed in the test report.
a) Busbar trunking unit
b) Tap-off unit
A temperature-rise test shall be performed on each type and size of tap-off unit, with a
tap-off unit having the maximum rating (In) in that type and size.
The tap-off unit shall be fitted to a busbar trunking, arranged as in 8.2.1.3 a), having a
rating of not less than twice the rating (In) of the tap-off unit (or the nearest available)
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 6 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
8.2.1.8.1 General
Refer to standard
8.2.1.8.3 Conditioning
Table 1A gives the number on cycles of insertion and removal of the plug-in unit
to be carried out without load current
The temperatures as specified for the temperature-rise test are recorded. The current is
switched off and the sample allowed to return to room temperature.
The sample is then subjected to two successive sequences of current cycling. Each
sequence consists of 42 cycles.
Refer to G8.2.2
Refer to standard
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 7 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
The specification requires the Bus-bar trunking system to be set up as in normal use.
This means that the bus-bar trunking system shall be set up as far as is practical with
due regard to normal service conditions and as stated by the manufacturer. The test
arrangement shall be clearly detailed in the test report by appropriate means e.g.
description, photograph(s) or both.
The tests shall be carried out on a bus-bar trunking system as detailed in Sub-Clause
8.2.3.2.1, the bus-bar trunking system comprising at least two straight trunking units
connected to at least one bus-bar trunking feeder unit such that the total length of the
Bus-bar trunking system does not exceed 6m.
A greater length than 6 m may be used in which case the actual test current must be
equal to the rated short-time withstand current or the peak withstand current, as
applicable.
Where tests are required on variations of sections e.g. elbows or angles, these
variations may be included in the tests on the straight sections provided the overall
length does not exceed 6rn for rated short-time and peak withstand current tests only.
These variations may also be tested individually connected to a straight section and its
associated feeder unit.
For tests on outgoing circuits these shall be placed as near to the incoming feeder unit
as consistent with the design of the bus-bar trunking system.
Refer to G8.2.3.2.3
For the test to Sub-clause G8.2.3.2.3(c) the standard requires the value of the short-
circuit current to be the same as that for the main bars.
This shall be taken to relate to the magnitude of rms and peak currents including the
associated duration, and to the bus-bars to which the interconnections are made, OR
not withstanding the designations of Appendix D, Figure D2, Forms 1 to 4 of the
General Requirements: IEC 60439-1: 1999 + A1:2004.
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 8 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
For the test to Sub-clause G8.2.3.2.3(d) the standard requires the value of test current
to be 60% of the phase-to-phase current and to be also agreed between the
manufacturer and user if different to this. For the purposes of testing the term 'phase
current' shall be taken to mean the rated short-time withstand, rated prospective short-
circuit withstand, rated conditional short-circuit or rated fused short-circuit current as
applicable, assigned to the associated main bus-bars.
The relationship between the peak and rms current for the test to Sub-clause
G8.2.3.2.3(d) shall be as in Table 4. The value of the rms test current, its peak and
duration, shall be stated in the test report. The test applies to the main bus-bars, bus-
bars, conductors connecting the bus-bars to the outgoing circuit and the outgoing
circuits.
The standard, Sub-clause G8.2.3.2.3(b), details the precise requirements for the
positioning of the short-circuit point related to prospective short-circuit current tests on
the main bus-bars, but does not make this reference for such tests on outgoing circuits
(Sub-clause G8.2.3.2.3(a)) or interconnections (Sub-clause G8.2.3.2.3(c)).
The rated short-circuit currents or short-time withstand currents may be any recognized
value provided the Certificate Front Sheet clearly indicates the associated peak factor
which in turn must be at least that specified in Table V for the relevant short-circuit
rating.
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 9 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
For ASSEMBLIES not incorporating short-circuit protective devices the specified time
may be any value provided this is a direct multiple of 0.05s and the requirements of
Sub-clause G8.2.3.2.3 are met.
The standard requires the rms value of the rated short-time withstand current to be
determined from the oscillogram, For testing purposes the rated peak withstand current
(see Sub-clause 4.4) shall also be determined from the oscillogram. Values determined
thus shall be used to verify the assigned ratings.
Note 1 implies that a shorter or longer test period is permissible, in accordance with the
2
formula I t = Constant; that the peak value may be less than the rated peak withstand
current; that it is only necessary to attain the rms value of short-time withstand current in
one phase and that the minimum period for such a test is 0.1s.
For testing purposes these options may be adopted providing the following criteria are
met:
a) The formula l2t = Constant, is utilized for periods up to a maximum of 3s (see the
note incorporated in Sub-clause G7.5.2.1.2).
b) The peak value is not less than the rated peak withstand current.
c) The average value of the three phase currents shall be not less than the rated
value for at least 0.1s after current initiation and the current in any one phase
does not deviate from this average value by more than 15% of the average over
this period unless the deviation is caused by the equipment under test.
Note 2 permits the peak withstand current test and the short-time withstand test to be
made separately under certain conditions.
For testing purposes this option may be adopted provided the following criteria are rnet:
a) The laboratory has made reasonable effort to achieve the rated values during
one and the same test.
b) The time during which the short-circuit is applied for the peak withstand current
test shall be not less than three cycles.
c) All other requirements within the standard and this test instruction are complied
with. The final paragraph of Sub-clause G8.2.3.2.4 requires the dynamic and
thermal stresses to be verified with a prospective current at the supply side of
the specified protective device. Clause G8.2.3.2.2 details requirements for the
positioning of the short-circuit and prospective current calibration points.
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 10 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
The calculated value of the prospective current, obtained during the proving test,
shall be not less than the rated prospective short-circuit current, the test being
performed at a supply voltage not less than 1.1 times the rated operational
voltage of the bus-bar trunking system.
Apparatus incorporated in the bus-bar trunking system and intended to provide isolation
shall be checked for compliance with the conditions prescribed in the relevant
specification.
The supporting insulating parts shall not show any significant signs of deterioration, i.e.
the essential characteristics of the insulation remain such that the mechanical
properties of the equipment satisfy the requirements of this standard.
Additionally after the test of Clause G8.2.3.2.3(a) and tests incorporating short-circuit
protective devices, the tested equipment shall be capable of withstanding the dielectric
test of Sub-clause 8.2.2, at a value of voltage from table 10 or as prescribed in the
relevant standard for the protective device for the after-test conditions, as follows:
If tests 1 and 2 above are conducted, they shall be carried out with any fuses replaced
and with any switching device closed.
In the case of distribution trunking, it shall be verified that the ability to add and remove
a tap-off unit is not impaired. In this case the dielectric test of this subclause is made
with tap-off units fitted to each available outlet.
Refer to G8.2.4.1
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 11 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
In the case of a tap-off unit this may be verified by measurements with a current of the
order of the rated current of the tap-off unit.
In the case of a busbar trunking unit, following the test and after sufficient time for the
bar to cool to ambient temperature, the resistance phase to PE is measured and shall
not exceed by more than 10 % the value of G8.2.4.1.
Where the trunking enclosure is used as the protective conductor, sparks and localized
heating at joints are permitted, provided that they do not impair the electrical continuity
and provided adjacent flammable parts are not ignited.
Refer to G8.2.5
The standard requires that clearances and creepage distances comply with the values
specified in Sub-clause G7.1.2 which, in turn requires that the apparatus forming part of
the bus-bar trunking system shall nave distances complying with those specified in their
relevant specifications.
Where the relevant specification details that such requirements are “under
consideration” and a client requested verification to clause G8.2.5 the following
statement shall be made on the test report:
"Verification of the requirements of clause G8.2.5 is not possible since the requirements
of the relevant specification are 'under consideration' ”.
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 12 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
The test report may detail the minimum clearance and creepage distance measured
before and after short-circuit tests.
In any event, verification of the clearance and creepage distance shall not be included
within the test report without the inclusion of verification of clause G8.2.2 - Dielectric
properties and clause 8.2.3 - short circuit withstand strength.
G8.2.6 Verification of mechanical operation
Refer to G8.2.6
Refer to G8.2.8.
If the bus-bar trunking system fulfills the requirements of G7.10.2a) and G7.10.2b)
and/or G7.10.3 then no testing is required.
Refer to G8.2.9
Refer to standard
Refer to standard
Refer to standard
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 13 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
The results of these tests may be included in the test report provided one or both of the
other structural tests to Sub-Clause 8.2.9 have been carried out.
Refer to standard
After the tests, the clearances or creepage distances shall not be lower than those
specified in IEC60439-1. The outgoing and incoming units shall be able to be easily
inserted. Similarly, after disassembly, straight elements shall be able to be reinstalled
without any difficulty.
Finally, the trunking unit shall successfully withstand the dielectric test according to
paragraph 8.2.2 of IEC 60439-1.
8.2.11 Verification of the endurance of trunking systems with trolley type tap-
off facilities.
Refer to standard.
Refer to standard.
The preferred methods for calculations are as defined in Appendices N1 and N2.
Refer to standard.
These tests are only applicable if the manufacturer has classified the
bus-bar trunking system as "Resistant to flame propagation". Otherwise no tests need
be performed. (See clause 3 and clauses 7.1.1.4 to 7.1.1.7.)
Refer to standard.
These tests are only applicable if the manufacturer has classified a
component as a "Fire Barrier Unit". Otherwise no tests need be
performed. (See clause 3 and clauses 7.1.1.4 to 7.1.1.7.)
Note that no tests have yet been defined for verification of "Circuit integrity under fire
conditions" (Clause 7.1.1.6 and Annex L).
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 14 of 15
LOVAG TEST INSTRUCTION IEC/EN 60439-2
See standard.
See standard.
See standard.
See standard.
See standard.
Although clause 4.9.2 and 8.2.13 state that the values are at ln, N.2 indicates that
measurements are made at lxx, the "...r.m.s. single short time test current, equal to three
times the value of In..."
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Edition 3.1
November 2005
Page 15 of 15